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as in confident
having or showing a mind free from doubt
a man who seemed very assured of the outcome of the election
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as in optimistic
having or showing great faith in oneself or one's abilities
an assured attorney, he dominates any courtroom proceeding
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as in proud
having too high an opinion of oneself
he's rather assured for a moviemaker with one hit movie to his name
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as in reassured
to ease the grief or distress of
a minister choosing just the right words to assure the grieving parents of the fallen soldier
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Recent Examples of assured
Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
More than three decades and a dozen films since making his unusually assured debut with Bottle Rocket, director Wes Anderson is marking a new phase in his artistic career, with buzzy exhibits in London and Paris showcasing his distinctive aesthetic.
—Stephanie Sporn, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Those hard lessons will save him when struggles come — and be assured struggles will come.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
What makes Can This Love Be Translated feel like a return to form isn’t simply the Hong Sisters’ signature style or the assured chemistry between Kim and Go.
—Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
More than three decades and a dozen films since making his unusually assured debut with Bottle Rocket, director Wes Anderson is marking a new phase in his artistic career, with buzzy exhibits in London and Paris showcasing his distinctive aesthetic.
—Stephanie Sporn, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
League champions are guaranteed a playoff berth, but are no longer assured of a home game.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
Those hard lessons will save him when struggles come — and be assured struggles will come.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assured
Adjective
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When the product delivers clear value and distinctive experiences at sea and ashore, travel agents feel confident recommending the brand.—
Adam Goldstein,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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This Elvis comes across confident, breezy, comfortable and funny.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Trained as an attorney, Levine is very proud of his accomplishments, launching his FM station when FM was not doing well.—
Richard Wagoner,
Daily News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Nutrition is key to our overall health, and farmers are proud to grow and raise a diverse range of crops and protein for consumers to enjoy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The two lawmakers, who are set to retire at the end of the year, reassured their counterparts throughout the weekend that there was a new generation of lawmakers coming up behind them that was committed to maintaining, and building new, global alliances.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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As the rebels closed in on Damascus on December 7, 2024, Assad reassured his aides and subordinates that victory was near, and then fled in the night on a Russian jet, telling almost no one.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2026
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While the players focused on hoops, Lee’s attire ensured politics stole the spotlight.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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Elders, mothers, and young women played central roles as dancers, supported by firekeepers, childcare providers, and meal preparers who ensured that the women could fully engage in their sacred work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Feb. 2026
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Manager Craig Counsell wasn’t sure yet how many starting position players might be in the lineup this weekend, though Seiya Suzuki is expected to play center field in the Cactus League before leaving for Tokyo on Monday to help prepare him to play that position for Team Japan.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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How to Pick a Color Still not sure what color to pick?—
Shagun Khare,
Martha Stewart,
19 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, a young Denholm Elliott makes for a delightfully smug Edgar Linton, and the underrated Angela Thornton brings to Isabella Linton a welcome sensuality.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2026
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Dealing with prying relatives or well-meaning (or not-so-well-meaning) smug married friends?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Instead, Steele's music is driven by connection, when a listener feels understood, emotionally moved, or comforted by a song.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Your dog may just be feeling a bit stressed out and want to be comforted.—
Zoe Denenberg,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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Though firefighters are on call 24 hours at a time, they are guaranteed 48 hours off directly after every call shift and are not required to drive ambulances — steps which Gannon said the city sees as proof of commitment to a high quality of life for firefighters.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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It’s also guaranteed to wake you up just as well as a fresh cup of Dunkin’ coffee—its scent is Coffee & Cream, after all.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Assured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assured. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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